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University of Exeter: Bioarchaeology: Forensic Anthropology
| Institution | University of Exeter View institution profile |
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| Department | Archaelogy and History |
| Web | https://www.exeter.ac.uk/postgraduate |
| HASSEnquiries@exeter.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0)1392 727272 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
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Our Forensic Anthropology course combines skills sets of biological anthropologists, archaeologists, pathologists and forensic scientists to facilitate recovery, identification and analysis of human remains to assist with problems and questions of legal significance
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To aid your studies, we have a laboratory dedicated to the study of anatomical variation and palaeopathological conditions in human and animal bones
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This fast-advancing field combines archaeology with branches of natural sciences
To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | We will consider applicants with a 2:2 Honours degree or above in a social science* or humanities subject, biology, chemistry, heritage or environmental science. While we normally only consider applicants who meet this criteria, if you are coming from a different academic background which is equivalent to degree level, or have relevant work experience, we would welcome your application. For applicants from different academic backgrounds or with relevant work experience, please use your Personal Statement to provide additional information. This might include: - Why you want to study this course at the University of Exeter and what personal qualities make you suitable for postgraduate study. You are welcome to make informal approaches to the Programme Director for advice in advance of your formal application. For more information about entry requirements, bursaries and scholarships and how to apply please visit our course page. |
| Location | University of Exeter - Streatham Campus Northcote House The Queen's Drive Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | We will consider applicants with a 2:2 Honours degree or above in a social science* or humanities subject, biology, chemistry, heritage or environmental science. While we normally only consider applicants who meet this criteria, if you are coming from a different academic background which is equivalent to degree level, or have relevant work experience, we would welcome your application. For applicants from different academic backgrounds or with relevant work experience, please use your Personal Statement to provide additional information. This might include: - Why you want to study this course at the University of Exeter and what personal qualities make you suitable for postgraduate study. You are welcome to make informal approaches to the Programme Director for advice in advance of your formal application. For more information about entry requirements, bursaries and scholarships and how to apply please visit our course page. |
| Location | University of Exeter - Streatham Campus Northcote House The Queen's Drive Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | We are looking for graduates with a 2:2 Honours degree with 53% or above in their first degree in forensic science, archaeology, history, ancient history, anthropology, biology, geography, geology, chemistry, heritage, or similar. While we normally only accept applicants who meet these criteria, if you are coming from a different academic background which is equivalent to degree level, or have relevant work experience, we would welcome your application. You are welcome to make informal approaches to the Programme Director for advice in advance of your formal application. For more information about entry requirements, bursaries and scholarships and how to apply please visit our course page. |
| Location | University of Exeter - Streatham Campus Northcote House The Queen's Drive Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | We are looking for graduates with a 2:2 Honours degree with 53% or above in their first degree in forensic science, archaeology, history, ancient history, anthropology, biology, geography, geology, chemistry, heritage, or similar. While we normally only accept applicants who meet these criteria, if you are coming from a different academic background which is equivalent to degree level, or have relevant work experience, we would welcome your application. You are welcome to make informal approaches to the Programme Director for advice in advance of your formal application. For more information about entry requirements, bursaries and scholarships and how to apply please visit our course page. |
| Location | University of Exeter - Streatham Campus Northcote House The Queen's Drive Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | We are looking for graduates with a 2:2 Honours degree with 53% or above in their first degree in forensic science, archaeology, history, ancient history, anthropology, biology, geography, geology, chemistry, heritage, or similar. While we normally only accept applicants who meet these criteria, if you are coming from a different academic background which is equivalent to degree level, or have relevant work experience, we would welcome your application. You are welcome to make informal approaches to the Programme Director for advice in advance of your formal application. For more information about entry requirements, bursaries and scholarships and how to apply please visit our course page. |
| Location | University of Exeter - Streatham Campus Northcote House The Queen's Drive Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | We are looking for graduates with a 2:2 Honours degree with 53% or above in their first degree in forensic science, archaeology, history, ancient history, anthropology, biology, geography, geology, chemistry, heritage, or similar. While we normally only accept applicants who meet these criteria, if you are coming from a different academic background which is equivalent to degree level, or have relevant work experience, we would welcome your application. You are welcome to make informal approaches to the Programme Director for advice in advance of your formal application. For more information about entry requirements, bursaries and scholarships and how to apply please visit our course page. |
| Location | University of Exeter - Streatham Campus Northcote House The Queen's Drive Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ |
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